ASK Resource Center

04/29/2026

Looking to connect with other families who understand the journey? 💙 Join ASK Resource Center for our ASK Each Other In-Person Support Group in Indianola!

Meet new families, share experiences, and give & get support in a welcoming space. We’d love to see you there!

📅 Saturday, May 9th
🕥 10:30–11:30 AM
📍 Indianola Public Library, Indianola, IA

Learn More: https://www.askresource.org/events/may-9th-indianola-support-group-1030-am

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04/28/2026

We are so excited to see you this Saturday for Together We Can! 🎉 Our staff has been working hard to bring you a day full of inspiration, learning, and connection. Over 300 people are registered to attend!

Doors open for check-in at 8:15 a.m. Families using childcare can check-in for that service starting at 8:00 a.m.

We can’t wait to see you there! "

04/27/2026

Navigating post-secondary transition can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. 💙 Join ASK Resource Center’s Ask Each Other Virtual Support Group to connect with other families, share experiences, and gain support from ASK Family Support Specialists.

📅 Thursday, April 30th
🕥 6:30-7:30 PM
📍 Virtual (Registration is required)

Learn More and Register: https://www.askresource.org/events/april-30th-ask-each-other-post-secondary-transition-virtual-support-group

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04/27/2026

Online registration may be closed, but families and professionals can still attend Together We Can! 🎉 Walk-in general and professional registrations will be accepted at the door, but lunches may be limited. Walk-in registration opens at 8:15 a.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Sibshops, Sibteens, Youth and Young Adult Leadership Conference, and childcare registrations are CLOSED.

We hope to see you there!

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04/21/2026

Worried about giving your child the best emotional support from the very beginning? Let us help you learn! 💙 Join us for ASK an Expert: Infant and Toddler Mental Health: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How Caregivers Can Support Healthy Development with Billie Jo Clausen. Learn how young children experience emotions, form relationships, and learn to feel safe in the world.

Gain the confidence to support your child and learn strategies you can use from day one.

📅 Monday, April 27
⏰ Noon–1 PM
📲 Scan the QR code to register or go to https://www.askresource.org/events

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04/18/2026

Not sure which services are right for your young child? You’re not alone. 💙 Join us for ASK an Expert: Early Childhood Support—Medical vs. Educational Models Explained with Jill Stevenson. Learn the key differences between Early ACCESS and medical services, how eligibility and planning work, and what to expect as your child grows.

Gain the confidence to navigate both systems and make informed decisions for your child’s future.

To register, scan below or go to: https://www.askresource.org/events

📅 Monday, April 20
⏰ Noon–1 PM
📲 Scan the QR code to register!

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From navigating special education services to offering connections to community resources, we're here to help you every step of the way.

04/18/2026

Registration for Together We Can extended to this Sunday night, 4/19! 🎉

There’s still time to join families, professionals, self-advocates, and community members for a day of learning, connection, and resources. Spots are filling fast, so register before the deadline!

Sibshops registration is full and now closed, but all other registrations, including Sibteens and the Youth and Young Adult Leadership Conference, are still open. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this one-of-a-kind event!

Click this link to find out more and register https://www.askresource.org/togetherwecan

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From navigating special education services to offering connections to community resources, we're here to help you every step of the way.

04/16/2026

Youth Leaders will hear from Michael and Laney, two young adults with disabilities in a dating relationship, as they share what their daily lives look like and the supports that help them succeed 💙

They’ll talk about where they live, their jobs and volunteering, and the activities that keep them engaged and connected in their community.

Participants will leave with ideas for building relationships, having fun, and creating a meaningful life after high school.

Register your youth and young adult leaders with disabilities to attend this session of TWC using the Youth and Young Adult Leadership Conference registration form on the TWC webpage at:
https://www.askresource.org/togetherwecan

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04/16/2026

Hear from youth leaders and parents as they share how advocacy grows and changes over time 💙

From early support to youth confidently speaking up for themselves, panelists will reflect on how advocacy skills are built in different relationships and settings. Youth leaders will also share how they developed their own voice, built confidence, and began making their own decisions.

You’ll leave with practical ideas for supporting youth with disabilities in taking an active role in their future—and how adults can step back while still providing support.

Register for TWC by April 17th at https://www.askresource.org/togetherwecan

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04/16/2026

"Iowa is redesigning disability waivers through the HOME (Hope and Opportunity in Many Environments) Project—and this session will help you make sense of what’s changing 💙

Learn why Home and Community-Based Services are being updated, what the HOME Project means, and key changes ahead, including age-based waivers, assessment updates, and how services may be structured in the future.

This session is designed to give you clear, practical information so you can feel more confident navigating what’s next.

Register for TWC by April 17th at https://www.askresource.org/togetherwecan

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04/16/2026

Families will get an important update on recent changes in Iowa special education law and what they mean for students with disabilities 💙

This session will break down key legal decisions and policy updates and explain how they may impact students, families, and schools in real, practical ways.

Register at https://www.askresource.org/togetherwecan today!

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